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timeline

Enter your purchase date and see exactly what rights you have, from the 30-day rejection window to the 6-year limit.

Visual Timeline

Colour-coded timeline showing exactly where you are and which rights are still active.

All Time Periods

Covers the 30-day right to reject, 6-month burden of proof, and the full 6-year window.

Burden of Proof

Shows when the burden is on the retailer vs when it shifts to you.

Consumer Rights Timeline

See exactly what rights you have based on when you bought the item.

Key timeframes

0–30 daysFull refund right
30 days – 6 monthsRepair/replace
6–12 monthsBurden shifts
1–6 yearsMust prove fault

Common questions

What is the 30-day right to reject?

Within 30 days of purchase, you can reject faulty goods for a full refund. No repair or replacement needed, just send it back.

What happens after 30 days?

From 30 days to 6 months, the retailer gets one chance to repair or replace. If that fails, you can demand a full refund. The burden of proof is on the retailer.

Can I still claim after 6 months?

Yes, but the burden shifts to you to prove the fault was present at the time of purchase. You have up to 6 years in England/Wales (5 in Scotland).

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This tool provides general information, not legal advice. NoReply is not a law firm and is not regulated by the SRA, BSB, FCA, or any other legal or financial regulator. Calculations, suggestions, and references to consumer law are based on AI and publicly available information and may be inaccurate, incomplete, or out of date.

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Last reviewed: by NoReply Editorial